Cross-Ties

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Infobox on Cross-Ties
Example of Cross-Ties
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Facts
Origin -
Stowage factor (in m3/t) -
Humidity / moisture -
Ventilation -
Risk factors -

Cross-Ties

Description

Wooden Ties, Sleepers, Creosoted Cargo etc.

Mostly treated with creosote. Cross-ties therefore always to be considered dirty cargo. See also under Creosoted Cargo. Other cargo in the same container to be covered with plastic sheets. Do not stow with odor sensitive cargo in the same container.